pneumatics

[ noo-mat-iks, nyoo- ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)

1. the branch of physics that deals with the mechanical properties of air and other gases.

pneumatics

/ njʊˈmætɪks /

noun

1. functioning as singular the branch of physics concerned with the mechanical properties of gases, esp air Also calledaerometrypneumodynamics

Word History and Origins

Origin of pneumatics¹

First recorded in 1650–60; pneumatic, -ics